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Kazakhstan is home to many colorful and exquisitely designed national costumes. Traditional costumes come in bright red, blue, black, yellow and green with gold and shiny ornaments. Traditional costume for men is an ornamented gown called “chapan” … [Read more]

A couple of decades ago, the country of Kazakhstan did not exist and not many people knew what was going on in this part of the world. As a former state of the Soviet Union, Kazakhstan was shrouded in mystery, myths and legends. Today, Kazakhstan, … [Read more]

The Republic of Azerbaijan is popular around the world for its historic sites and century-old buildings. This ancient country is located just below Russia and beside the Caspian Sea in the Caucasus region. Its capital city is Baku, the biggest city … [Read more]

The Republic of Azerbaijan is a historic country on the coast of the Caspian Sea. Located in the Caucasus region between Asia and Europe, Azerbaijan (40º30´ latitude and 47º30´ longitude) is bordered by Russia (north), Georgia (northwest) Armenia … [Read more]

The country of Azerbaijan is known for its Eastern traditions, natural treasures, well-preserved ancient structures, and history as a former Soviet state. It borders Russia and Iran, shares a coast with the Caspian Sea and is not very far from the … [Read more]

Azerbaijan is a former Soviet state, and it is no surprise that its people have kept their Eastern ways. Today, however, modern Western influences have made their way into the Azerbaijan culture. More and more locals are dressing up, singing, dancing … [Read more]